Scared of Eye Drops

I am thankful that my eyes do not dry very easily since I wear contact lenses and it would be painful and extremely uncomfortable if that happens. I am also not used to using eye drops. Is it just me or it's a bit scary to be looking at a drop of liquid that's about to enter the eye? I don't think I'll ever get used to that. According to Stahl Eye Center, eye drops provide only a temporary relief to dry eyes. One of the common side effects of LASIK is the Dry Eye Syndrome, which I think is one of the deterrents of getting the procedure done. Stahl Eye Center also said that studies are being conducted regarding Restasis, a medication to treat dry eyes after LASIK, by increasing the eyes’ natural ability to produce tears. Now, that's something I learned just now. Isn't it interesting to know there's such a treatment for dry eyes? 

Orchid Eyes?

One of the things I like about not having a 20/20 vision is the need to wear contact lenses. I have the chance to choose a colored pair just for vanity's sake. The last color I had was, I think, coffee brown or something to that effect. But it had expired, so I needed a new pair. I am glad that this time, my preferred color was available. I thought I needed a check up but one of the eye doctors there said that it was not possible to have my prescription changed since I am pregnant and it wouldn't be accurate. So I just stuck to the old one in the record, and got my new pair of contact lenses.

Here's how it looks on me, I am loving my orchid eyes! That's the name of the color, BTW.

So, I guess, LASIK is far from my mind right now, budget-wise and accuracy-wise. I have to save up for my childbirth, I might be having a C-section and it is more costly than a normal one. Then it will take about three months for my eyes to 'stabilize', according to the eye doctor. But looking at the hassle of wearing contact lenses and replacing them once every few months or every year, it is quite an attractive option. Reading the article "A Lighter, Defter Touch" brought to us by USAEyes, with the website USAEyes.org, it is encouraging to know that eye surgery is undergoing refinement over the years and the procedure is being made safer and more accurate. Still, I need to consider it very well, it is, after all, surgery and my eyes seem fine as of the moment. I just have to take care of them, like not tiring them out and keeping them protected and clean.

Is LASIK for me?

There are a few people I know who are enjoying the benefits of Laser Assisted in-Situ Keratomileusis (LASIK) - USAEyes helps patients learn about important issues on corrective eye surgery. These advantages include:

• Almost perfect vision, so...
• No more corrective eyeglasses that get in the way of doing things at times
• No more time spent on putting on contact lenses
• Eligibility in becoming a flight attendant (this was my ambition when I was a kid)
• No more worrying about lost contact lenses during leisurely activities or extreme sports
• Hassle-free packing when going on trips because there's no need to remember to bring the contact lens case and contact lens solution

There are also some risks and factors that make me unsure to have this procedure done to my eyes:

• Finding the best doctor and hospital for this job
• What if it doesn't work on me?
• Possibly losing my vision entirely
• Shelling out a large amount of money
• Pain
• Slow healing process

USAEyes.org can provide me with more information so i'd know if LASIK is for me or not.